Sleep Apnea & CPAP Users ForumSupport and advice regarding sleeping disorders like sleep apnea. Reviews and user experiences of CPAP mask and CPAP machines.Thu, 24 May 2018 17:47:41 +0000Thu, 24 May 2018 17:47:41 +0000Sleep Aids Forum - Mattress, CPAP & Sleep Apnea Communityhttps://www.sleepaider.com/forums/sleep-apnea-cpap-users-forum/
Biots Breathing patternSat, 12 May 2018 04:46:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/biots-breathing-pattern.97/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/biots-breathing-pattern.97/invalid@example.com (CelL4)CelL4Biots Breathing pattern]]>10CPAP Mask Liners suggestions? Remzzzs or silent night masks??Wed, 09 May 2018 05:04:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/cpap-mask-liners-suggestions-remzzzs-or-silent-night-masks.112/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/cpap-mask-liners-suggestions-remzzzs-or-silent-night-masks.112/invalid@example.com (Harry)Harry
I have been told that Medicare allows three-month trial of CPAP and would pay 80% of the amount for CPAP supplies. I am planning to get CPAP mask liners and am leaning towards REMzzz liners. I am not sure if I would need prescription for it. My face sweats a lot while using a heated humidifier and was thinking that using liners might help in controlling that as well as mask leakages.]]>13CPAP nightstandSat, 21 Apr 2018 05:42:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/cpap-nightstand.114/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/cpap-nightstand.114/invalid@example.com (CelL4)CelL4
I was searching for a multipurpose nightstand to keep my CPAP machine and other stuff when I stumbled upon one at Amazon. I just fell in love with it at first sight and immediately ordered it, though the price was a bit high ($250). When it arrived, I was relieved that it was an excellent decision to make. The nightstand has enabled to keep my CPAP machine and supplies neatly organized and when not in use, can keep it hidden away.]]>11Neilmed Sinus Rinse Microwave DisinfectionMon, 26 Mar 2018 06:17:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/neilmed-sinus-rinse-microwave-disinfection.116/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/neilmed-sinus-rinse-microwave-disinfection.116/invalid@example.com (Miley)Miley
I have a small doubt. I regularly use NeilMed Sinus Rinse for unclogging my nose. I clean by microwaving the bottle for nearly 2 minutes at the highest setting possible. I have done this for a few months now. My question is whether I can use the same technique for my mask or water reservoir. I have a Swift™ FX for Her, and my humidifier is HumidAire 2i.]]>11ResMed Mirage Quattro FX full face CPAP maskFri, 23 Mar 2018 09:08:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/resmed-mirage-quattro-fx-full-face-cpap-mask.118/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/resmed-mirage-quattro-fx-full-face-cpap-mask.118/invalid@example.com (ezekiel)ezekiel
I have heard a lot about ResMed’s Mirage Quattro FX mask. I am planning to get a new mask and have finally narrowed down on this mask. I am presently using Swift™ FX Nano, and I am not too pleased with its performance. Just wanted to have some ideas about Mirage FX mask.]]>9Best chin strap for sleep apnea? - Any reviews?Sun, 25 Feb 2018 10:38:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/best-chin-strap-for-sleep-apnea-any-reviews.123/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/best-chin-strap-for-sleep-apnea-any-reviews.123/invalid@example.com (emirmous)emirmous18Stop Breathing While AwakeTue, 23 Jan 2018 11:34:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/stop-breathing-while-awake.125/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/stop-breathing-while-awake.125/invalid@example.com (tammy)tammyStop Breathing While Awake]]>9Modafinil Not WorkingTue, 23 Jan 2018 07:01:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/modafinil-not-working.115/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/modafinil-not-working.115/invalid@example.com (dannylion)dannylion
My doctor has diagnosed me with hypersomnia, put me on CPAP; however, it did nothing for daytime somnolence. To address this, she put on Nuvigil 250 mg, which worked fine for 10 days after which I was back to my old self. My doctor changed my medication to Provigil 200 mg. This also worked fine for 10 days and then became ineffective. I tried stopping the drug for one week and then restarted it but still no useful result. I have told this to my doctor, and she has given me an...

Though my insurance got over, I am leaning towards taking this test. I always had an issue with sleeping in a strange bed with people watching over me…hence avoided sleep lab testing. Plus there was an issue of costs. Now with such cheap rates for...

1800cpap]]>16What is VPAPThu, 23 Nov 2017 12:11:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/what-is-vpap.127/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/what-is-vpap.127/invalid@example.com (mriley86)mriley86
My sleep doctor gave me a VPAP script. I am not sure what a VPAP is …have heard a lot about APAP, CPAP, and Bi-PAP…Any ideas?]]>7Substitute For Distilled WaterThu, 23 Nov 2017 11:51:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/substitute-for-distilled-water.126/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/substitute-for-distilled-water.126/invalid@example.com (mikka254)mikka254
BTW..... I have an ICON™+ Auto with HC150 Humidifier from F&P.]]>11Sleep Apnea Chest PainThu, 23 Nov 2017 10:11:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/sleep-apnea-chest-pain.121/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/sleep-apnea-chest-pain.121/invalid@example.com (Friend)Friend
Though I have been using CPAP for more than 10 months now, of late, I have been having severe chest pain, and I was waking up with a suffocated feeling. I talked with my sleep specialist, and he raised the pressure on my machine to 14. I've tried getting used to that level, but I am not able to exhale completely. Since it was chest pain, my husband forced me to see a cardiologist, so did a treadmill and saw the results and said, “Lady, you can run in Iron Man challenge and...

Sleep Apnea Chest Pain]]>11Rapid Breathing While SleepingThu, 23 Nov 2017 07:49:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/rapid-breathing-while-sleeping.117/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/rapid-breathing-while-sleeping.117/invalid@example.com (Jegbenew)Jegbenew
I have a strange issue with me. I used to have problems with my mask, and after a lot of time spent going to sleep MD and the DME, I finally got my mask, and I have adjusted to my snorkel very nicely and have not had any issues. However, a few days back, my girlfriend told me that of late, she has been watching me take quick breaths and the frequency is increasing. I have been sleeping very soundly and waking up quite refreshed. Not sure whether I should tell my sleep doctor...

Rapid Breathing While Sleeping]]>10CPAP Masks for Mouth BreathersThu, 23 Nov 2017 06:30:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/cpap-masks-for-mouth-breathers.113/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/cpap-masks-for-mouth-breathers.113/invalid@example.com (Case)CaseCPAP Masks for Mouth Breathers]]>8SnoreRX ReviewsWed, 22 Nov 2017 11:20:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/snorerx-reviews.124/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/snorerx-reviews.124/invalid@example.com (marlee)marlee
I was browsing the internet for CPAP devices and came across this mouthguard – SnoreRx®. On the site, they say it is FDA approved, and though I was not so sure about its efficacy, I ordered it (just as a backup till I get a new CPAP). To my pleasant surprise, I found the device to be good and even helped me in reducing my snoring and apnea. Has anyone else tried it?

BTW…for less than $100, it is a steal deal, and on their site (snorerx.com), they also offer two devices for...

SnoreRX Reviews]]>13Secondwind CPAP and PaypalWed, 22 Nov 2017 09:52:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/secondwind-cpap-and-paypal.120/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/secondwind-cpap-and-paypal.120/invalid@example.com (juggernaut)juggernaut
The story goes like this: I had an F&P HC604 CPAP with integrated heated humidifier and ThermoSmart Automated Heated Tubing with less than 250 hours, which I wanted to sell. I thought secondwind CPAP.com was an excellent choice and sent them all the necessary information and was informed I would be given $280 for the same. Though it was less (they offer the same on their site for more than $350), I was okay with it, since I wanted to give it up and go for a new F&P...

Secondwind CPAP and Paypal]]>10Rotech DME OpinionsTue, 21 Nov 2017 09:24:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/rotech-dme-opinions.119/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/rotech-dme-opinions.119/invalid@example.com (archipelago)archipelago11Soclean 2 CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer ReviewsSun, 12 Nov 2017 11:24:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/soclean-2-cpap-cleaner-and-sanitizer-reviews.5/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/soclean-2-cpap-cleaner-and-sanitizer-reviews.5/invalid@example.com (cockamamie)cockamamie
Being new to CPAP use, I always fret about keeping my supplies clean. One day, while coming from work, I saw an advertisement for SoClean2. Instinct told me, “This is it. It would help to keep all my problems away.” But while researching this magical machine, there were lots of forums which said this was just garbage and a scam. Sites like secondwindCPAP and Amazon keep showing these products on their site as having 5 stars.

Though I clean my supplies the traditional way,...

Soclean 2 CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer Reviews]]>18CPAP BloatingMon, 23 Oct 2017 04:50:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/cpap-bloating.95/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/cpap-bloating.95/invalid@example.com (ember)emberCPAP Bloating]]>16portable cpap machines battery poweredWed, 18 Oct 2017 11:12:00 +0000https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/portable-cpap-machines-battery-powered.93/
https://www.sleepaider.com/threads/portable-cpap-machines-battery-powered.93/invalid@example.com (Adelynn)Adelynn
I recently bought a new hosehead, and I am planning on getting backup APAP machine. Since I am an outdoor person, I go for a hike or traveling on weekends. I have zeroed in on Z1, but I am worried about the power backup for my outdoor trips?